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InDebted acquires Debtworks to boost New Zealand collections
Fintech

InDebted acquires Debtworks to boost New Zealand collections

InDebted has acquired Debtworks, enhancing its New Zealand debt collection capabilities and appointing Leyden Tolhurst as its first local country head.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
New Zealand government unveils national strategy for AI adoption
Digital Transformation

New Zealand government unveils national strategy for AI adoption

New Zealand unveils its first national AI strategy to boost business innovation and GDP by NZD $76 billion by 2038, focusing on responsible adoption and skills.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Unison launches free online Safe Sparks safety lessons for kids
eLearning

Unison launches free online Safe Sparks safety lessons for kids

Unison Networks launches the free Safe Sparks Digital Programme, teaching children aged 5-11 electrical safety online across Hawke's Bay, Taupō and Rotorua.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
2degrees accelerates MVNO growth with Totogi SaaS platform switch
Software-as-a-Service

2degrees accelerates MVNO growth with Totogi SaaS platform switch

New Zealand's 2degrees speeds up its wholesale MVNO growth after switching to Totogi's cloud-native SaaS charging platform, enhancing agility and revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools
Firewalls

Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools

Network for Learning has upgraded Wi-Fi in over 1,700 New Zealand schools, enhancing internet speed and reliability for digital learning nationwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services
Firewalls

Telesmart joins AoG Marketplace to provide secure network services

Telesmart joins New Zealand's AoG Marketplace, offering secure network management services meeting strict government security standards for public sector use.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
AI Expert Advisory Panel to shape public sector use in New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

AI Expert Advisory Panel to shape public sector use in New Zealand

New Zealand has formed an AI Expert Advisory Panel led by Professor Michael Witbrock to guide responsible AI use in the public sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability
Software Updates

OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability

OPPO launches durable A5 Series smartphones in New Zealand, featuring long battery life, IP65/IP69 ratings, and prices from NZD $229 to $499.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025
National Motu Move public transport card rollout faces major delay
Local government

National Motu Move public transport card rollout faces major delay

New Zealand's Motu Move public transport card rollout faces further delay, with no new dates set amid frustration over complex integration challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Jun 2025
Exclusive: New Zealand's most connected data centre eyes rapid growth
Edge Computing

Exclusive: New Zealand's most connected data centre eyes rapid growth

Datacentre220, Auckland's most connected data centre with 90 network partners, plans rapid national expansion to meet soaring demand for edge connectivity.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
New Zealanders switch providers as broadband & power costs rise
Unified Communications

New Zealanders switch providers as broadband & power costs rise

New Zealanders face rising broadband and power costs this winter, prompting a surge in provider switches as households seek to cut bills amid the cost-of-living crisis.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
One New Zealand invests NZD $100 million, wins top network award
Mobile data

One New Zealand invests NZD $100 million, wins top network award

One New Zealand secures 'Best in Test' mobile network award for the fourth year after investing NZD $100 million in 4G and 5G upgrades nationwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Tuatahi & Ventia sign NZD $110 million fibre network deal
Unified Communications

Tuatahi & Ventia sign NZD $110 million fibre network deal

Tuatahi First Fibre has appointed Ventia as its primary partner in a NZD $110 million deal to support its expanding fibre broadband network across New Zealand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Genetec partners with Sektor to expand security solutions in NZ
Physical Security

Genetec partners with Sektor to expand security solutions in NZ

Genetec has partnered with Sektor to distribute its physical security solutions across New Zealand, including opening a new technology centre in Auckland.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network
Unified Communications

One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network

One New Zealand and Starlink launch IoT satellite network providing SMS and data coverage nationwide, including 40% of the country lacking cell towers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
NZ cyber incidents cause NZD $7.8 million loss in early 2025
Phishing

NZ cyber incidents cause NZD $7.8 million loss in early 2025

New Zealand's cyber incidents in Q1 2025 caused NZD $7.8 million in losses, marking a 14.7% rise and the second-highest quarterly total ever reported.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future
Smart Grids

Electricity Authority seeks tech views for digital power future

The Electricity Authority invites tech sector input on data and digital tools to shape a smarter, more efficient electricity system in New Zealand's future.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
New Zealand mandates DMARC enforcement to secure government email
Data Loss Prevention

New Zealand mandates DMARC enforcement to secure government email

New Zealand mandates strict DMARC enforcement for all government emails by October 2025 to curb phishing and secure public sector communications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Westcon-Comstor & Juniper boost Starship with sales support
Juniper Networks

Westcon-Comstor & Juniper boost Starship with sales support

Westcon-Comstor New Zealand and Juniper Networks will donate 1% of Juniper Mist sales to Starship Children's Hospital, supporting critical child healthcare.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025